Breitling Chronomat Giannis Antetokounmpo: Breitling Honours Basketball Star With GMT And Chronograph
Together with its long-time ambassador Giannis Antetokounmpo, Breitling has introduced a special edition of the Chronomat. Inspired by the athlete’s impressive journey from the basketball courts of Athens to the NBA, two watches immortalise the basketball star’s personality and style. These watches are available in two versions: the Chronomat GMT with a 40 mm steel case and the Chronomat B01 Chronograph with a 42 mm gold case. “Giannis has an incredible personal style and a self-assuredness that we wanted to capture in a timepiece,” says Georges Kern, CEO of Breitling. “So our long-standing ambassador became a partner who brought not only his aesthetic but also his indomitable spirit to this project.”
Unique Piece for Antetokounmpo Featuring Arabic Numerals
Breitling has also created an exclusive “One of One” model of the Chronomat B01 just for Antetokounmpo. This unique model features golden Arabic numerals, a white inner bezel, and white chronograph counters that stand out against a green dial. These colours pay tribute to Antetokounmpo’s team and celebrate his remarkable rise.
Case
The Chronomat Giannis Antetokounmpo is available in two different case sizes and materials. The Chronomat GMT features a 40 mm stainless steel case, while the Chronomat B01 Chronograph has a 42 mm case made of 18-carat red gold. Both models are water-resistant up to 200 metres and come with cambered, double anti-reflective sapphire crystals. The screw-down onion crown is a reminder of the collection’s aviation history and the solid case back of the GMT bears the signature of Antetokounmpo.
Dial
The dial of the Chronomat Giannis Antetokounmpo models is a vibrant green, reminiscent of Antetokounmpo’s team colours. The Super-LumiNova indices and hands ensure optimal readability even in low light conditions. The initials “GA” adorn the central seconds hand, giving the watch a personal touch. The chronograph also features a small seconds subdial with a basketball symbol.
Movement
The Calibre 32 powers the Chronomat GMT, a mechanical movement based on the ETA 2893-2 with self-winding and a power reserve of approximately 42 hours. The Chronomat B01 Chronograph is driven by the Breitling Manufacture Calibre 01, which offers a power reserve of around 70 hours. Hallmarks of the B01 are column wheel actuation and the vertical clutch. Both movements are COSC-certified, ensuring precision and reliability.
Strap
The Chronomat Giannis Antetokounmpo models come with two different strap options. The Chronomat GMT is equipped with a Rouleaux stainless steel bracelet, while the Chronomat B01 Chronograph is available with either a green Rouleaux-inspired rubber strap or a Rouleaux bracelet made of 18-carat red gold. Both bracelets feature a comfortable double folding clasp that ensures a secure fit.
Price & Availability of the Breitling Chronomat Giannis Antetokounmpo
The Chronomat Giannis Antetokounmpo is a limited edition with 1750 pieces for the GMT and 250 pieces for the Chronograph. Each watch comes in special edition packaging along with a personal message from Giannis Antetokounmpo. The price of the Chronomat Automatic Gmt 40 Giannis Antetokounmpo is 5,950 euros. The Chronomat B01 42 Giannis Antetokounmpo costs 22,500 or 40,000 euros, depending on the strap option. Both watches are now available in Breitling boutiques worldwide.
GMT
Diameter: 40 mm
Height: 11.77 mm
Lug-to-lug: 47.4 mm Chronograph
Diameter: 42 mm
Height: 15,10 mm
Lug-to-lug: 50.5 mm
WATER RESISTANCE
20 bar (~200 m)
DIAL
GMT
Green, yellow GMT hand Chronograph
Green with black chronograph counters, 9 o’clock chronograph counter with basketball outline
STRAP/BRACELET
GMT
Stainless steel rouleaux bracelet with double folding clasp Chronograph
Green Rouleaux-inspired rubber strap with folding clasp in 18-carat red gold or Rouleaux bracelet in 18-carat red gold with double folding clasp
MOVEMENT
GMT
Breitling Caliber 32 (ETA 2893-2) Chronograph
B01
MOVEMENT TYPE
Automatic
POWER RESERVE
GMT
42 hours Chronograph
70 hours
FREQUENCY
28,800 vph (4 Hz)
FUNCTIONS
GMT
Hours, minutes, seconds, second time zone, date Chronograph
Hours, minutes, small seconds, chronograph, date
PRICE
GMT
EUR 5,950 – Limited to 1750 pieces Chronograph
EUR 22,500 (strap)
EUR 40,000 (bracelet)
– Limited to 250 pieces
Since the 16th century, watches have been helpful companions in one's pocket. Of course, watches are mainly worn on the wrist these days, yet pocket watches have not lost their charm and still enjoy a certain popularity. Therefore, it is all the more exciting that Hublot has ventured into a new interpretation of the pocket…
Panerai has unveiled the Submersible QuarantaQuattro Luna Rossa PAM01681, marking their ongoing partnership with the Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli sailing team. This limited-edition, consisting of 137 pieces, reflects the aesthetic and spirit of the Luna Rossa AC75 boat. The watch's design elements are directly influenced by the boat’s characteristics, translating nautical excellence into a wearable…
At Watches & Wonders 2024, Montblanc is presenting a new 1858 The Unveiled Minerva Monopusher Chronograph, whose movement has not only been built into the case upside down, but can also be fully admired by the wearer from all angles through openings in the case. Dial and case Five openings have been worked into the…
Omega has become something of a talking point in the industry recently. Last year, the company unveiled the most spectacular movement in its history, the Calibre 1932. Marking the world's first calibre to combine an integrated chronograph and a minute repeater, it was proof that Omega's ongoing quest for innovation is far from over. This…
The Laurent Ferrier Manufacture presents a new interpretation of the Classic Origin. The new watch by the name of Laurent Ferrier Classic Origin Green appears as a limited edition of 30 pieces. The case, although classically shaped, is made of titanium, which gives the timepiece a modern temperament. The Laurent Ferrier Classic Origin Green The…
Blancpain is presenting a new model in the Bathyscaphe collection. The new Blancpain Fifty Fathoms Bathyscaphe Sedna combines a blue dial and bezel with a Sedna gold case for the first time. It comes with a choice of a blue NATO textile strap or a blue canvas strap. The Bathyscaphe (pronounced: "Batiskaf", a type of…
Already in 2015, the GMT Black paved the way for the GMT Sport. Building on this foundation, Robert Greubel and Stephen Forsey have invented and now present a lightweight and ultra-strong, profiled titanium case with ovoid bezel and integrated lugs to showcase the new movement. The new case form seems perfectly round from above, while revealing the accentuated…
As Gerald Charles commemorates its 25th anniversary, the maison is launching a special tribute to its legendary founder, Mr. Gérald Charles Genta, with the Maestro GC39 25th Anniversary Edition. This release not only celebrates the brand's heritage but also pays homage to the extraordinary creativity and technical prowess of Mr. Genta, who is renowned as…
When people think of "Panerai", they most certainly associate it with Italian flair and the Submersible - the characteristic diver's watch with the crown protection bridge. But Panerai does Grande complications too. We present some highlights from the tinkerers in Neuchâtel. Perpetual Calendar PAM0715 With the Luminor Perpetual Calendar, Officine Panerai offers a perpetual calendar…
Audemars Piguet is introducing five new Royal Oak models, all with green dials. In addition to a "Jumbo" with a platinum case, the manufacture is launching a Selfwinding Chronograph with a gold case and three Selfwinding Flying Tourbillon models. With the exception of the "Jumbo", all of these watches are strictly limited – in some…
Inspired by the Richard Mille watches worn by tennis star Rafael Nadal on the court, the RM 35-03 Automatic Rafael Nadal has now been released. It offers a completely new function featuring a butterfly rotor. It allows the wearer to change the geometry of the rotor at the touch of a button in order to…
Breguet is presenting a new variant of the Tradition Quantième Rétrograde 7597. The watch appears in a white gold case and now has a midnight blue dial and a matching date indication. Previously, the white gold case was only available with a silver dial. The new model comes on a matching blue leather strap with…
The French capital has something special in store for vintage car enthusiasts this month. From 31st January to 4th February, a vast number of historic automobiles can be admired at the Salon Rétromobile in Paris. But it does not stop there: Chopard will present the Mille Miglia Classic Chronograph French Limited Edition with its 100 pieces at the fair. The…